aboutWhats

aboutWhats is a wiki-style information resource that focuses on WhatsApp and its broader ecosystem. It documents features, policies, technical concepts, and related tools in concise, neutral entries. The project is independent of WhatsApp or Meta and relies on community contributions reviewed by editors.

Purpose: to provide accessible explanations for researchers, developers, educators, and general users. Each entry aims to define terms, describe functionality, note version histories, discuss privacy and security implications, and indicate typical use cases.

History: The project began in 2023 as a collaborative effort by tech writers and educators seeking a stable knowledge base amid rapid changes in messaging apps. It publishes regularly updated articles and tracks major product updates.

Content and scope: Entries cover core WhatsApp features (messaging, voice and video calls, status, media types), platform integrations (WhatsApp Business API, Shops), security notes (end‑to‑end encryption, backup options), administration (groups, admins, privacy settings), and developer resources.

Editorial process: aboutWhats uses an open-edit model with peer review. Submissions require verifiable sources and neutral language. A glossary and cross-links help readers navigate terms and related topics.

Licensing and reception: The content is released under a permissive Creative Commons license to encourage reuse with attribution. It is used by libraries, educators, and researchers, though coverage may vary by topic and user contributions.